Neck and décolletage

The neck and décolletage (upper torso, including shoulders and chest) change dramatically with age. Horizontal ‘necklace’ lines, vertical fan lines and a ‘turkey neck’ are often unwelcome signs of ageing.

Why the neck changes with age

Some of the main age-related changes in our necks’ appearance are down to the muscles in the platysmal bands (see side box).
As we get older these muscles shorten and become fibrous. This causes two prominent bands at the front part of the neck and a bowstring-like appearance. At the same time, the muscle fascia sags, contributing to the well-known ‘turkey neck’.

Treatment

Lines can be treated with a combination of light Hyaluronic Acid filler and skin enhancers. Good results usually require three treatments taking place over three months are required. Peels and Platelet Rich Plasma treatments also have a significant role in treating these areas as well as cosmeceutical cream based products applied directly to the skin.

Profhilo® is an advanced form of dermal filler used at the White Horse Aesthetic Clinic to improve the appearance of the neck and décolletage.

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The platysmal bands

You’ve seen them all your life, but maybe you didn’t know what they were called.
The platysmal bands are the two strips of muscle found at the front of the neck, under the chin. The platysma muscle starts at the base of the neck and run up the front left and right sides of your neck, all the way up to the jaw.

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